Lyon’s Iconic Views and Hidden Stories 🧵🎨🌟
Hi! I'm French and have lived in Lyon for most of my life. I love sharing my culture and history with visitors. In addition to giving tours, I'm an author and illustrator of historical comics, which allows me to offer a unique perspective on history, art, and the French lifestyle. And don't worry—jokes are included at no extra charge!
Pickup
📍 36 Boulevard des Canuts, 69004 Lyon (Directly in front of the famous Mur des Canuts mural – you can’t miss it!) 🚇 How to Get There: Take the C Line of the subway from the city center in the direction of Cuire and get off at Hénon metro station. 👋 How to Spot Me: I’ll be right there wearing a beret and holding a red notebook.
Description
Bonjour!
I’m Quentin, your local guide to Lyon’s secrets and stories. Join me as we explore the places that shaped Lyon’s soul and its most beautiful spots 🌟
✅ Starting in Croix-Rousse and winding down to the city center (Presque-île), you’ll explore explore the places that shaped Lyon’s soul.
💥 I will take time to show you what it’s really like to live in Lyon, sharing my personal insights along the way .
🏔️ Croix-Rousse is a hill, hopefully we only go down, making it super easy. Text me if you’re concerned!
🤡 This tour is suitable for all ages, and I will do my best to entertain everyone.
🌧️ If it rains, the tour will still go ahead, and I’ll bring some umbrellas for you.
🤓 What Will You Discover?
🎨 Le Mur des Canuts: Discover Europe’s largest mural.
🍅 Market of Croix-Rousse: Explore the rich diversity of local products.
🏺 Fall of Lugdunum: Once a key city of the Roman Empire, learn about it's dramatic decline.
🕵️ Resistance: Learn about the dramatic story of the resistance leader Jean Moulin.
👗Learn about the invention of the first automatic loom! 💥Leading to the revolts that inspired modern socialism.
🎭 A hub of creativity with street art, galleries, and theaters.
🔍 Secret Pathways once used by silk workers to transport fabrics to the city.
🧑🎨 Did you know the Bartholdi Fountain was meant to face the city hall? I’m not even talking about the one in Lyon…
😋 You will end the tour in the perfect spot to easily reach any place to eat. I will help you find something that suits you (Bouchon Lyonnais, street food, Asian district, French fusion restaurant, etc.).
💁♂️ Join us and you’ll be able to tell your friends that you indeed visited Lyon !